Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Limited (2020–2024) vs Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Limited (2020–2024)LCAR Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)KLEE
Oil change 5,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 70,000 mi 7,500 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Indian Motorcycle Indian Challenger Limited (2020–2024) or the Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021)?

Kawasaki KLR650 (1987–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.